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@Jack M when was the last time you rode you PJ? Take her for a spin, give her some love! I want proof, get some pics by @trailertrash of you taking that down Sluice or Comp. You certainly have a great Quiver.

I have learned that my lower back issues stemmed from needing to strengthen my glutes, core and lower back. I have had back issues for 3-4 years and my first day out this season it came right back. Yes, I was working out but with the pandemic I lost access to a gym and was not strengthening my core. I now know at the start of every season what I need to do to get myself in riding shape. Add to that spinning and running. Working with a physical therapist that also does deep tissue messages she helped me develop a series of exercises that have improved my core, back and strengthened my glues. Here is my routine that I do 4-5 times a week: 8x 40 sec tabata intervals with 20sec breaks Part 1: 4 reps of push ups 4 reps of various abs/sit-ups Part 2: Same routine for tabata 8x 40sec intervals I randomly tried to find videos of the exercises I do 4x40sec I extend a 5lbs weight in front of me and flex my glutes and lift arms and legs starts a 4:57 Lower back raises 4x40sec I modify this and add 25lbs weights to each leg when doing the raises. Focus should be on only using your glutes to do the raises Lying hip raises There are a few other lower back exercises I sprinkle in but need to watch working out my back to much. Lastly I changed my diet, dropped from 185 to around 177. I am now down to what I normally weigh when I am training for a half marathon.

Hey I have figured out some exercises that have helped my back issues a lot. I may be older but my back is in better shape this season.

That a 174 Contra is not designed for bumps, tree riding and chutes.

Did you try I-carve ?

That is our boy Jason, he gets some air time at his home mtn

Well, well, look how is still alive and kicking! Great productand great prices. Buy with confidence, for new comers on this site, Fin built these and the Trench Digger bindings.

Overthinking it. Just get your angles right and stance. Remember the heel ramp is a lot higher on UPZs. You’ll need more lift on the front.

Welcome Drew. For starters I would recommend reading through all the tech articles.

Great 1st video Dave & Sean. Enjoy!

Didn’t see the demo tent for onesies in the lot @dredman

I see how it is...I get ragged on in the Loon Goon thread.... How’s that new 180 Green Gobbling?

174 Contra with a 21cm waist 165 Contra CBXFR with a 27cm One of them may make an appearance at Stratton this weekend.

Wait I can relax....? I’ll find out tomorrow morning

I will be posting some porn here tomorrow, they arrived today and went right to the shop to get tuned.

@Skully let me dig that up in an email from BV Bruce’s thoughts on the K168 ”Very nide but not a board I would ride all day. A bit too harsh and flicky for me. “ He has some new ideas brewing but I would need to get his permission to post them.

I have K168 and have a 174 Contra arriving this week. Out of the fleet of boards I have I spend 80% of my time on the K168, it is just that good for me. @johnasmo thanks for sharing were the balance needs to be on the Contra. This will be a shift in riding style for me. I hope you can teach and old dog new tricks?

Was great to see you Rob. Enjoy your new toy.

Bruce is shipping me next week his first ever built Contra Sotftboot board. He has not been able to test this build at all. Spec: 166, around 9m, 27cm waist. @AlexJand myself will be providing feedback to our Canadian builder. Cross your fingers we love it.

SOLD Donek Flux for sale in great condition. Donek Flux Length: 170cm Waist: 24.5cm Sidecut: 9-10.5m $450 + shipping

Yep that was the ECES ice session in 2014. I just sold this board 15mins after I posted it.

SOLD Need to thin the herd and make room for new toys! This board is in pristine condition. It has been lightly used and only has 12-15 days on it. It is so new that it does not have binding marks. Built for around 180lbs rider. Has one professional tune, 3 side 1 base For sale: Coiler Nirvana Vcam Length: 174 cm Sidecut Radius: 12-14m Waist: 20cm Taper: 16mm $550 Buyer pays shipping. Payment via PayPal or Venmo

it is amazing how much those plates flex. No wonder there is a limited shelf life on them before they snap.

Looks like we may have a little crew this Saturday at Wahah. @Tddragon@Eboot @WhiteHorse @bc1 Brad can you make it? I'll be in the lot by 7 am the latest.

Love it Pat. Your will be an inspiration to us younger lads that hope we can still carve in our 70’s. Am I complaining of back issues in my late 40’s, uh yes. I hope I can hold on for another 30 years. Pat a Coiler would serve you well, Bruce is all about building boards now that are easy to ride and more forgiving.